This spring, join us for a unique, relational event addressing the pressing questions of our time and place. The upcoming 2024 Christ & Cascadia Gathering on April 25, 2024, marks the revival of an annual Christ & Cascadia tradition, now under the stewardship of The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology. We aim to foster […]
Director Kate Davis spoke at the launch celebration in March 2022 The first year of the Center for Transforming Engagement has been an exciting process of developing responsive programs and resources. The work of the Center for Transforming Engagement is to equip adaptive leaders with tools from the social sciences to lead communities of faith, […]
The podcast The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill has captured the attention of a large audience, both within and beyond American Christianity. Produced by Christianity Today, the podcast takes a deep dive into the implosion of a Seattle megachurch and the dysfunction of its senior pastor, Mark Driscoll. The host, Mike Cosper, both presents […]
We interviewed Rachael Clinton about her journey of living into the calling of pastor, even when it doesn’t look like what others would expect.
Kate Davis and Laura Wade Shirley share about the stories and experiences that inform their work of helping leaders deepen their resilience.
Dwight Friesen, Associate Professor of Practical Theology, reflects on how we learn from the places we inhabit—a relational presence that transcends dogma.
Elliot Huemann shares a vulnerable, urgent reminder that beneath the debates about “issues” are very real humans with very real stories.
Dr. J. Derek McNeil challenges us to aspire toward relational discourse that is informed by history and an openness to global complexity.
Kate Davis reflects on the pain that comes when the body of Christ is wounded—and the hope-filled belief that that body is still not broken.
Jennifer Fernandez argues that particular churches or denominations—even when they are a home of sorts—should not be equated with the whole of Christianity.
The Seattle School’s alumni offer vital insight on how spiritual health and healing are fostered through relationship and the ministry of presence.
David Rice explores sustainable pastoral ministry, grounded in the conviction that caring for others can only go as far as our care for ourselves.